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Table 2 Pre-School Teachers’ perceived signs of worm infestation

From: The role of pre-school teachers in the control of soil-transmitted helminthes in coastal region, Kenya

Sign

Frequency of mention

Ringworms

32

Unhealthy hair and skin

23

Stomachache

14

Lack of appetite

12

Enlarged belly

12

Weak/malnourished body

9

Poor concentration in class/restlessness

8

Vomiting

8

Increased appetite

7

Diarrhea/frequent toilet visit

6

Blood in urine

3

Irritation in the anus

3